As the popularity of the 6.5 Creedmoor increases, we’re looking for accurate ammunition which doesn’t cost a fortune to shoot. In Europe the caliber is only starting to grow in popularity, so the volumes are low – prices sky high. Shooters want [Read More…]
Firearms have been a source of entertainment, providing food and self-defense since their invention. They’ve also provided an avenue of hands-on exploration of science and engineering. Being able to understand the physics and mechanics of what’s taking place while [Read More…]
Last year, Bushnell came out with their Forge line of optics. The Bushnell Forge optics boast better lens coatings and higher magnification over their Nitro line. I opted to check out their 4.5-27×50 scope and see how it works for long range shooting. Bushnell [Read More…]
Steyr Arms have announced a new version of their Scout Rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. The new chambering joins the line of light, handy bolt actions. The new 6.5 Creedmoor chambered rifle joins other calibres in the Scout Rifle line which include .223 Remington, 243 [Read More…]
Henry Repeating Arms have announced some new additions to their range, including a new ‘Long Ranger’ hunting rifle and a new .22, the American Eagle. The latest Long Ranger will be chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor and joins the series that already includes .223 [Read More…]
Ruger’s Hawkeye Long-Range Target is one of their best offerings for a precision rifle aside from the even more aptly named RPR (Ruger Precision Rifle). It was initially offered in .300 Winchester Magnum, but now you can purchase it in the tremendously popular 6.5 [Read More…]
Seekins Precision has added a new rifle to their HAVAK family of rifles. This new bolt-action rifle is called HAVAK Bravo. The name Bravo probably derives from the KRG Bravo Chassis that was used in this build. The rifle is marketed as a “perfect platform for you [Read More…]
When it comes to a precision rifle, the word “Expensive” comes to mind. Everyone running around with their custom actions in high dollar chassis and topped with glass that costs well over a months pay. But how much do we need to spend to get a good precision rifle? Something that will [Read More…]
The Browning X-Bolt has been on the market for close to 10 years now and the semi-custom variant of the X-Bolt Pro was introduced back in 2017. Now Browning has unveiled a newer iteration for 2019 with the X-Bolt Pro Long Range! This new offering boasts a muzzle brake, [Read More…]
Today Joel shoots two almost identical Seekins SP10’s except one is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor while the other is a .308! Shooting steel to 1000 yards to see which one comes out on top. Military B-Roll segments, credit to Defense Vids Hub (open source) 6.5 x 55 schematics and a photo credit to [Read More…]
When it comes to popular rifle calibers it is hard to beat anything that has the name “Creedmoor” associated with it lately. The 6.5 Creedmoor and 6mm Creedmoor are garnering a lot of attention and even a newer variant, the 8.6 Creedmoor, has a lot of people [Read More…]
Why Cheap Scopes Suck! WATCH UNTIL THE END! Joel compares the previously tested Athlon Argos to a cheap $98 scope (Firefield Tactical) to see how well it would do as a long-range option. See for yourself why he swears by the saying “buy once, cry once”! $98 Wal-Mart Scope Versus $400 [Read More…]
In this segment of Photo-of-the-Day (POTD), one of my co-writers Hyracha tipped me off to this very interesting story that you will soon read. Accurate Ordnance LLC, a company out of Georgia, shared this entertaining, but concerning tale on their Facebook page. And in [Read More…]
The Black Rain Ordnance BRO Predator 6.5 Creedmoor is a new offering from this Missouri company that continues to build excellent AR15 and AR10 rifles. Black Rain Ordnance just moved into their new 27,000 square foot facility. They manufacture almost every part of [Read More…]
Many companies are making multi caliber suppressors these days. Those same companies are making rimfire and .556 specific suppressors, but only a few companies are making a suppressor specifically designed for the popular 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge. Silent Legion [Read More…]
Faxon Firearms has always been a strong aftermarket parts manufacturer for the AR-15 platform. Moreover, people seek them out for their extraordinarily light components that still maintain impressive accuracy. More recently they have begun to add in pistol parts to [Read More…]
Federal Premium is pleased to announce it has added new calibers and grain weights to its full line of American Eagle rifle ammunition. Shipments are being delivered to dealers. American Eagle rifle ammunition offers consistent, accurate performance at a price that’s [Read More…]
Federal Premium is always looking for new categories, calibers or cartridges to provide shooters with more ammunition. Not every new introduction has to be a reinvention of the wheel though. Sometimes just keeping up with what’s hot can be a difficult enough task [Read More…]
Christensen Arms recently sent out an e-mail to all of their customers that lays out some pretty interesting information. All of us may be aware that Christensen Arms sells custom shop quality rifles in preferred long-range calibers for discerning hunters and target [Read More…]
Legacy Sports International, the US importer of Howa rifles, has a new firearm for the precision minded hunter. Howa is glad to introduce their newest offering to shooters with the H-S Precision rifle. This rifle, like many Howa rifles, comes with their sub-MOA accuracy [Read More…]
Sellier & Bellot is a firearms ammunition manufacturer situated in Vlašim, Czech Republic, and a subsidiary of the Brazilian company CBC. Sellier & Bellot was founded in August 5, 1825, and is one of the oldest ammo manufacturers in the world. It is now time [Read More…]
Peterson Cartridge Company is a manufacturer of brass casings for handloaders that are primarily designed for and used by long-distance shooters. Although they are a smaller company based out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania they produce a very healthy amount of Peterson [Read More…]
I have long been a fan of RISE Armament, and have been running their triggers for years. Last year I took the plunge and picked up their 1121XR Precision Rifle (chambered in .308 Win), which has been an amazing rifle. Their new offering this year is a variant of the [Read More…]
If you did not have the opportunity to visit Springfield Armory at SHOT Show in the convention center, they had a sprawling booth with enough firearms to make you contemplate getting a 2nd job. From 1911s to 911s to XD(M)s to AR-15s to M1As, they had their square [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2018 we speak with Christopher Goodall at the Davidsons booth. Chris gives a brief overview of the history of the company – which now offers services to both dealers and individual buyers via galleryofguns.com, and he shows us some of the firearms he’s most excited about. [Read More…]
At the SHOT Show 2018 we take a look at Accuracy International’s new products and old standbys. A.I.’s Scott tells us they’ve recently brought their AXMC and AX308 to market in a left-handed configuration (the AX308 is shown). The multi-caliber capabilities are discusses, as well [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2018 we stop by the Doublestar booth to see what’s new. Nick, Director of Special Operations, takes us through some new products including the aluminum Strongarm pistol brace. Doublestar’s booth was decked out head to toe in new paint work by Valkyrie Combat out of Las [Read More…]
The 6.5 Creedmoor is the caliber of the day and Steyr Arms advocates have been lusting for a rifle chambered in it for a long time. They now have their wish granted with the Steyr Arms Pro THB (Tactical Heavy Barrel) in 6.5 Creedmoor. This rifle has a reinforced polymer [Read More…]
At the 2018 SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range, TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop discusses new offerings with Mike at Stag Arms. Items discussed include: the Stag-10 in 6.5 Creedmoor, the Stag-15 3-gun Elite, a Stag-10 in .308 Win with a 16″ barrel, and the Stag-9 Tactical Pistol Caliber Carbine. [Read More…]
Mossberg has slowly developed a name for themselves in the arena of rifles over the last few years. The introduction of their MVP rifle was an accurate bargain for those pursuing to do target and varmint shooting at moderate distances. The Patriot has also sold well as [Read More…]